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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Agree somewhat with OP, but therapy is not a silver bullet. Insurance should cover a range of therapies including EMDR, acupuncture, and others that are effective. [/quote]

OP here and I agree. For me, CBT and DBT have been most effective of everything I’ve tried at helping me manage my depression and prevent major episodes. But I’ve done them mostly on my own with workbooks I’ve bought— I would have loved to be able to just go to a clinic or take a class on these, but I’ve never found one (and I go did, insurance wouldn’t pay for it!). I also think GPs need more tools to help people than just referring to a psychiatrist or prescribing an SSRI. Depression is so common and is often linked to other issues. People with depression are often given little guidance or support even when they are reaching out for help, which is exactly what you should do. I think the lack of infrastructure is making the problem harder for people.

Which is why, when you get an SSRI, it’s maddening when it doesn’t work or when the side effects are debilitating. It’s incredibly defeating, and unlike other treatments for depression, the drugs offer zero coping mechanisms.[/quote]

Could you recommend your workbooks?  I have tried two therapists that said they did CBT but the sessions were useless.  It is too hard to find a good therapist and maybe a workbook would help me, too.  Thanks.[/quote]

I'm a DP but I did this program about a decade ago through the NHS (in the UK): https://www.beatingtheblues.co.uk/

I saw very quick improvements in some very debilitating anxiety. I should really do it again.
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